The 2019 edition of the Summer Sonic music festival, held concurrently in Tokyo and Osaka from Aug. 16 to 18, marks the 20th anniversary of the gathering. Though that's not the only special twist gracing an event offering the experiences of a big musical outing in the comfort of a metropolis.

The folks behind Summer Sonic announced their intention to take 2020 off, as one of their primary venues will be used for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games. That makes this three-day blowout not only a celebration of 20 years of existence, but one final get-together before taking a break.

There's a lot to take in, but here are a few picks for must-see acts in Tokyo.